2009 Pontiac G5 vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G5 (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G5 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 924 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Pontiac G5 (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G5 | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | G5 | 924 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 61 L |
